1985 Alpine V6 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1985 Alpine V6. (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1985 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 447 kg more than 1985 Alpine V6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alpine V6. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alpine V6 | 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
Model | V6 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2848 cc | 5731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |